Red Hot Hoops: 2013’s Best Wheels and Tires

Sun Ringle Black Flag Pro SL

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The SL version of Sun Ringle’s cross-country Black Flag wheels weigh 100 grams less than the standard Pro model, courtesy of a lighter rim and spokes. The featherweight wheels also feature a quicker-engaging hub (7.5 degrees vs. 15 degrees). SunRingle licenses No Tube’ tubeless-ready BST system and the hubs can be converted to accept most dropout configurations. The wheels come in 26, 27.5 and 29er versions.